A young man's life was tragically cut short on a Thursday evening in New Orleans. On March 15, 2018, 21-year-old Byron 'Hubba' Scott, a male, was riding his bicycle in the 1300 block of Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard. At approximately 6:50 p.m., his journey was violently interrupted when an unknown vehicle approached, and its occupants opened fire.
Struck multiple times by the gunfire, Scott was grievously wounded.
Emergency services responded, and he was quickly transported to a local hospital in a desperate attempt to save his life. Tragically, the efforts were in vain, and he was pronounced dead.
The shooting was characterized by authorities as a drive-by. In the aftermath of the deadly assault, the New Orleans Police Department launched an investigation into the homicide. Information about the case was circulated, including a public appeal for any details that could lead to the identification and capture of those responsible. A reward was offered for information that could lead to an arrest. Despite these efforts, there have been no publicly announced arrests, and the identities of any suspects have not been released. The case remains a painful and unresolved chapter for the family and friends of Byron Scott, who continue to seek justice for his untimely death.
